Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
The Innovation & Impact team partners with bold leaders and organizations to unlock state pathways, drive policy change, and create the conditions for a thriving future for America’s children.
As the Innovation & Impact intern, you’ll support this mission by conducting portfolio evaluation, engaging with key partners, and coordinating due diligence. You will contribute to emerging areas of programmatic work by drafting memos, researching policy and technology trends, and participating in coalitions that shape state-level policy environments. Ideal candidates will bring strong communication skills, a passion for EC’s issue areas, and a deep interest in how technology, policy, and youth well-being intersect, especially through the lens of state and local policymaking.